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Cheap Car Rentals in Johannesburg from HK$140

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Johannesburg with a pick-up date of 17-4 and drop-off date of 25-4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Popular car types in Johannesburg

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Johannesburg and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 21 February 2026.
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At HK$140/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Johannesburg in the past week. Out of 27 car hire agencies operating in Johannesburg, there are, in total, 103 hire locations. View below for 3 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

HK$140+

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People carrier

People carrier

HK$300+

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Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$664+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

HK$648+

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Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

HK$669+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

HK$311+

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Compare car rental deals in Johannesburg by type

Here are the best Johannesburg small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Johannesburg SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mazda Mazda2HK$140/day
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5
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A/C
Mazda Mazda2
Found 02/19/26
BYD e6HK$215/day
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BYD e6
Found 02/19/26

Best car rental deals found in Johannesburg

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Johannesburg. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Johannesburg with an average daily rate of HK$393. Data was last updated on 21 February 2026.
Mazda Mazda2HK$140/day
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5
M
A/C
Mazda Mazda2
Found 02/19/26
BYD e6HK$215/day
2
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BYD e6
Found 02/19/26
Toyota NoahHK$300/day
5
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A/C
Toyota Noah
Found 02/19/26

Cheapflights insights for Johannesburg car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Johannesburg, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Johannesburg?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Johannesburg, book about 8 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around HK$172, which is about 491% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Johannesburg?

In Johannesburg, the most affordable car hire company right now is Woodford, offering prices from just HK$82.06/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Sixt, with rates starting at HK$120.74/day.

What is the best car rental company in Johannesburg?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Johannesburg is Woodford (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Firefly (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Woodford
Woodford
10.0
Firefly
Firefly
10.0
Bluu
Bluu
10.0
keddy by Europcar
keddy by Europcar
10.0

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Johannesburg?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Johannesburg is May, when you can expect to pay HK$211/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Johannesburg is October (HK$242/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

HK$227

February

HK$227

March

HK$219

April

HK$234

May

HK$211

June

HK$211

July

HK$227

August

HK$227

September

HK$227

October

HK$242

November

HK$227

December

HK$234

Which car hire company has the most locations in Johannesburg?

Both Hertz and keddy by Europcar have 10 locations in Johannesburg, more than any other rental company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in Johannesburg

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Johannesburg known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Johannesburg. Reviews were last updated on 21 February 2026.

Woodford

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•3 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Firefly

9 locations
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Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.5

Bluu

4 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

keddy by Europcar

10 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

6.0

1First Car Rental

8 locations
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Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.0

Avis

3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.4

Budget

6.8
Okay
4 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.1

Europcar

6.2
Okay
1 review•9 locations
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Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.4

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Johannesburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 February 2026.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Johannesburg for a week from Europcar?

    Europcar offers hire cars in Johannesburg for about HK$5,229 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Johannesburg?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Johannesburg check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much is a car hire in Johannesburg for a weekend?

    It costs HK$0 for a weekend car hire in Johannesburg, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Economy as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Johannesburg in March, prices are HK$0 per day on average.

Car rentals by fuel type in Johannesburg

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Johannesburg. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Johannesburg. Deals were last updated on 21 February 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Johannesburg. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (HK$20+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$44+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$20+

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